Petrol
2012 Hyundai Elantra
The 2012 Hyundai Elantra is a sedan. It has a 1.8-litre four-cylinder engine producing 138 hp (103 kW), with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 8.5 seconds and top speed is 118 mph (190 km/h).
SPECS
| Make | Hyundai | Model | Elantra |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2012 | Version / Trim | Hyundai 2012 Elantra |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Shimmering White Pearl, Black Noir Pearl, Shimmering Silver Metallic, Titanium Gray Metallic, Atlantic Blue Pearl, Blue Sky Metallic, Indigo Night Pearl, Red Allure Pearl, Desert Bronze |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | South Korea |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Automatic 6-spd |
| Engine | 1.8L 4-cyl | Engine Size | 1,800 cc |
| Power | 138 hp / 103 kW | Torque | 136 Nm / 100 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 8.5 sec | Top Speed | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 28 mpg city / 38 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,310 kg (2,888 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2012 SEDANS
Compared with other 2012 sedans in our database, its 138 hp is 50% less than the average 2012 sedan (276 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 1.5 seconds slower than average, and it is 19% lighter than the typical sedan.
| 2012 Hyundai Elantra | Average 2012 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 138 hp | 276 hp (119 cars) | -50% |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 355 Nm (119 cars) | -62% |
| 0–60 mph | 8.5 s | 7.0 s (121 cars) | +22% |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 137 mph (121 cars) | -14% |
| Kerb weight | 1,310 kg | 1,623 kg (138 cars) | -19% |
| Engine size | 1,800 cc | 3,193 cc (135 cars) | -44% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2012 sedans with similar power to the 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Hyundai Elantra | 138 hp | 8.5 s | 1,310 kg |
| 2012 Honda Civic | 140 hp | 9.5 s | 1,185 kg |
| 2012 Lexus CT 200h | 134 hp | — | 1,360 kg |
| 2012 Suzuki SX4 Sedan | 143 hp | 9.8 s | 1,205 kg |
| 2012 Toyota Corolla | 132 hp | 9.8 s | 1,280 kg |
OTHER YEARS OF THE HYUNDAI ELANTRA
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Navigation System
Digital Instrument Cluster
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start
Spare Tyre